Tim Alexander

Tim Alexander is a Senior Lecturer in Mental Health Nursing at the University of Northampton's Faculty of Health, Education and Society. He teaches on the BSc pre-registration Mental Health Nursing course and serves as the Mental Health Practice Lead, with a focus on suicide prevention training and workforce development.

• Education: BSc in Mental Health Nursing, MSc in Professional Practice (PGCE in Practice Education), Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA)

His research centers on the impact of suicide first aid training for nursing students and innovative fast-track pathways in mental health nursing education through the ASPIRE project. Recent publications in the British Journal of Nursing and BMJ Evidence Based Nursing highlight his work in academic practice innovation and workforce development.

• Scientific Awards: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA)

Tim's teaching roles include Practice Assessor, Long-arm Mentor, and Personal Academic Tutor. With prior experience in NHS psychiatric wards, intensive care units, and community mental health teams, he bridges clinical practice with academic training.